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Credit-Land research is organized into four key areas including credit card reviews, informative guides, fact-filled infographics, and in-depth studies. The three most recent studies in each category are highlighted below. You can click through at the bottom of each section to find the full collection of research available.

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Reviews

Horizon Gold Credit Card: Guaranteed Approval, Even for Bad Credit

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: March 20, 2013

Customers with bad credit or no credit are guaranteed approval and promised a $500 credit line when they apply for this card. The issuer reports to credit bureaus and can help boost your credit score. Continue reading

NFL Extra Points Credit Card: 0% APR for a Year, $100 Sign-On Bonus, Double Reward Points on NFL Purchases

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: March 1, 2013

Football fans can get a credit card with their team’s logo if they apply for the NFL Extra Points card. It offers a full year of 0% interest on purchases and balance transfers as well as a host of NFL rewards. Continue reading

Fingerhut Credit Account: Fast Financing for Limited Credit

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: February 20, 2013

Even if you’ve been turned down for credit cards, you can get instant approval from Fingerhut – a credit account that lets customers buy catalogue merchandise online and pay off purchases over a period of time. Continue reading

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Guides

The Most Rewarding Balance Transfers for Travelers

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: February 6, 2013

If you’ve got a balance sitting on a card, why not transfer it and rake in rewards while you’re at it? These travel cards not only let you move your balance to a zero-APR introductory rate, they offer reward points good for things like free plane tickets. Continue reading

Stop Paying Interest on Debt with a Balance Transfer Credit Card in Three Steps

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: October 25, 2012

If you’re struggling to pay off credit card debt, transferring the balance on your high-interest credit card to a new, zero-interest or low interest credit card is one of the smartest financial moves you can make. Transferring your credit card balance with a balance transfer offer could have you debt-free ... Continue reading

Common Credit Score Myths: Are You Falling for Them?

By Michael Germanovsky, Posted: October 16, 2012

Having a strong credit score is more important than ever in a weak economy and people are eager to improve their score any way they can – just be careful whose advice you listen to, because falling for these common credit score myths can actually hurt your credit score. Continue reading

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Infographics

Hurricane Sandy’s Path: Damages and Bank Donations

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: November 12, 2012

Hurricane Sandy left devastation in her wake. This infographic traces the path of the storm, the damages, and the donations by big banks stacked up against what they earned last quarter. Continue reading

The Dos and Don’ts of Credit Card Debt

By Michael Germanovsky, Posted: November 1, 2012

The economy might be on the mend, but many Americans are still knee deep in debt from the effects of the recession. Credit card debt is one of the biggest problems for households struggling to get back on their feet financially. Here’s an overview of how credit card debt is affecting the average ... Continue reading

Credit Score Makeover: How to Get a High Score from the Credit Bureaus

By Michael Germanovsky, Posted: September 28, 2012

Achieving a high credit score is easier to do when you know what factors go into your score, and what matters most. This credit score tune-up guide reveals which factors carry the most weight when credit bureaus calculate your credit score, and how you can keep your credit score looking its best. Continue reading

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Studies

Up, Up, and Away: Flying Free With Frequent-Flyer Rewards Credit Cards

By Roman Shteyn, Posted: September 25, 2012

With so many different frequent flyer rewards credit cards out there, it seems there are even more rules about how and when you can earn and redeem the miles or points they offer – and what’s the difference between a mile and a point, anyway? Credit-Land.com gives you a key to the frequent-flyer map and ... Continue reading

Shell Credit Cards: The Truth about Gas Savings

By Michael Germanovsky, Posted: September 13, 2012

With the ongoing rise in the price of gasoline, drivers are continually in search of the best ways to save. One of the most popular gas credit cards out there is the Shell card – we know because people come to Credit-Land.com searching for it every day. Continue reading

Get Cash, Airline Tickets, and Free Hotel Rooms with Credit Card Sign-On Bonuses in 2012

By Michael Germanovsky, Posted: September 5, 2012

The definitive Credit-Land.com credit card sign-on bonus study that reveals the best and biggest bonuses out there now. Everything from free airline tickets and hotel rooms to gift cards and cash can be yours, just for signing up and using the right credit card. Continue reading

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Roman Shteyn is a personal finance guru and CEO of Credit-Land.com. He founded the credit card comparison site in 2000 after building a database of credit card offers. He continues to oversee the development of interactive tools to help consumers choose the right credit card and get the best rates. He has authored many articles advising people how to handle credit cards responsibly.

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